VIDEO. A "Willow" series will be produced for Disney +

Comedian Warwick Davis, main actor of "Willow" -

"Burglekutt you are troll poop".

If this phrase rings a bell, it's probably because you grew up in the 1980s and

is - or has been - one of your cult movies.

Good news for you: Disney has officially confirmed the sequel to Ron Howard's fantasy film as a series.

The program will be intended for airing on Disney +, the Hollywood giant's streaming service, and directed (for the pilot anyway) by Jon M. Chu, director of

.

Ron Howard will return as producer, while film star Warwick Davis will reprise the role of Willow Ufgood, more than 22 years after the original.

Exciting project

However, it is not known whether Val Kilmer, who played the Madmartigan warrior in the original film, will be present in the continuation of the adventures of the Nelwyn turned hero.

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I don't know how to express how today felt ... other than I can't wait to invite you into our big adventure.

This is bucket list for me and we have some twists and turns in this one that will knock your socks off.

We will put every ounce of care and empathy into the next chapter of this timeless story.

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“It's creatively exciting to have the opportunity to revisit the world and the characters designed by George Lucas, Bob Dolman and myself (…) It's not just a nostalgic flashback, it's a breakthrough creative and it's great to have the chance to be a part of it, ”said Ron Howard in a statement relayed by

.

Disney hasn't announced an official release date, but we know production is slated to start next year.

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